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DEC 2022

Editor’s Picks: WHAT I’VE BEEN LISTENING TO

TRACKS CHOSEN BY THE TEAM OF EXPERT WRITERS AT WERAVEYOU

ELLIE MULLINS JACK SPILSBURY

RÜFÜS DU SOL - Innerbloom CID - Hold Me Close
One of the most beloved songs for any electronic fan (no matter what genre you love the most), RÜFÜS DU SOL’s ‘Innerbloom’ is one of I’ve been a huge fan of the American music producer and DJ CID since his releases on Don Diablo’s Hexagon label a few years ago now. Huge
those tracks that could never, ever get old. Personally, I would even go as far as to say that ‘Innerbloom’ is one of the best electronic tracks tracks the likes of ‘Miss You’ and his ‘Bad For Me’ extended play were constantly being played by me across 2018 and 2019. Having had the honour
of all time, and deserves a place in a metaphorical top five list. of seeing him play at venues across the world over the years, I’ve watched him progress in his career and develop his sound. Now CID has truly
elevated that signature sound that was born out of the creation of his own label Night Service Only which has only been perfected in his newest
Clocking in at under 10 minutes, I still think it is an indelible testament to the talents of the trio that they can not only capture but also keep
release ‘Hold Me Close’, one that I have found myself continuing to return to throughout December.
listeners’ attention for that entire runtime. In a way, it acts like a story, with multiple layers and different parts to the track that allows us to
fully be immersed and go on an audio journey. My love for ‘Innerbloom’ is immeasurable, and still makes me feel warm inside whenever I ‘Hold Me Close’ is a glorious track, featuring unique vocals and heart-pumping beats. Echoing percussion and snares only add to the track that’s
hear those beautiful opening notes. energetic, fiery and somewhat mysterious, with the listener never knowing where the track is going to take them next. That mystery can only really
be understood via the track’s vocal chops, which can only be described with bubbly breaths and sonic jarring voices. ‘Hold Me Close’ by CID must
be heard to be believed.
Southstar - Miss You
Although there has been controversy surrounding this track and its copyright against Oliver Tree and Robin Schulz, I love listening to Zedd & Troye Sivan - Papercut
the original version of this track by Southstar. A rework inspired by Oliver Tree’s song ‘Jerk,’ Southstar has managed to garner a cult
Randomly while scrolling through my music library, I came across the throwback gem of ‘Papercut’ by Zedd. Taken from the producer’s 2015
following with this track, and I believe that Southstar deserves more recognition for his version of this viral hit.
album ‘True Colours’ and featuring the phenomenal Australian vocalist Troye Sivan, this 7-minute musical masterpiece captivated me as a
His work on taking an existing track and mixing it into a new original has been very effective on ‘Miss You,’ and the vibe of it makes me teenager. Well, how does one even describe this mesmerising track? Initially, you’d think this was a ballad based on the tracks opening piano
want to act reckless, go out and have fun. Controversy aside, no one can deny that the chorus is one of the most catchy things in notes, however, quickly you’ll discover this a deep-rooted progressive house banger. Troye Sivan is the perfect vocalist for this track as well,
recent music history. with his effortless vocal ability allowing him to capture a bewildering zeitgeist.
Where ‘Papercut’ truly becomes one on its own is about halfway through where the track has a powerful instrumental drop, here the
production elements take centre stage conveying colour and emotional energy, and this is what gave me a blast of nostalgia and why I’m
currently finding myself re-infatuated with the track. If you haven’t heard ‘Papercut’ by Zedd and Troye Sivan or the rest of the ‘True Colours’
album I highly recommend you to do so.

RYAN FORD
SAMANTHA REIS

Dillon Nathaniel - Where I Belong Space Motion, Kashovski - The Sun Can’t Compare
This tech house track gets my vote for the most catchy vocal hook of the year, as it simply hasn’t left my head since the first play. It’s amazing how music can be passed down from generation to generation, like a relay race. There are tracks that are passed
Dropped on Spinnin’ Deep only last month, this groove-infused anthem is simply too good not to share in the magazine still four down from hand to hand and are reborn in new versions, allowing music lovers to fall in love with the same dance tune over and
weeks later, no thanks to the one and only Dillon Nathaniel. From its rhythmic bassline, to its emphatic synth-stabs it is masterfully over again. That’s exactly what happened to me when I stumbled across the 2021 version of ‘The Sun Can’t Compare’ by Space
put together, but the vocals that run throughout really complete the package, as the line “I can’t keep waking up in someone else’s
Motion and Kashovski. The original dates back to 2006 and is signed by Larry Heard, one of the pioneers of house music and
basement” instils itself in mind of every listener a couple of times over. It’s not often I throw songs in the direction of my friends, but
features the sensual, penetrating vocals of Mr White. Offering a personality that oscillates between acid house, minimal techno
this was one I couldn’t resist infecting the minds of others with!
and deep house, this is considered a crossover masterpiece that has been used and heard multiple times.
While being incredibly catchy in the way it has been crafted, it also carries an important message in its lyricism. Dillon described it
as the most momentous and purposeful he has made to date, as he has dedicated it to those who struggle with their feelings and The version I’ve been listening to on repeat belongs to Serbian artist Space Motion and Kashavski. Space Motion is no stranger to my
emotions. Hopefully, this song continues to provide some sort of solace on each dancefloor it dancefloor, as I know it would for me playlist because of the admiration I have for the elegance with which he sews his melodic meshes and the delicate and immaculate
if I heard it live.
way he spreads each of the layers of his productions. This finesse is clearly visible in this track, where the new and the old coexist and
respect each other. The original identity remains, but the dressing is totally new, modern and hypnotic, belonging to the top clubs.
Gorgon City - Sidewindah (ft. Flirta D)
Another production within the realm of tech house, I have also had one of Gorgon City’s latest records on replay. Having written Robosonic, Mat.Joe, Ashibah – Feelike
about the release not long after it dropped, it has really grown on me for the way it twists and turns through a complex mix of
This would be one of my most unlikely picks, but it’s been simply impossible to resist the clubbing charm of this track. ‘Feelike’
synths, vocals and percussion. ‘Sidewindah’ is particularly abstract for Flirta D’s garage-esque, heavily sidechained vocals that float
throughout and make this record so unique to me than a lot of other house tracks out there. was released last year, but would easily pass for a 2000s mega-hit. It has an incredible uplifting vibe and a sensuality that is very
characteristic of that era. It sounds like disco music in the best sense of the term, it tastes like summer and party, and it has just
What’s more, I have been lucky enough to hear this a few times venturing out to live venues, having heard it played out during
the right amount of groove and rhythm. This track released via Armada Subjekt marks the first time label regulars Robosonic and
Toolroom’s visit to Studio 338 in London, before hearing it at Printworks played by the tracks creators themselves. What struck me
is the way it captivates a crowd, with its genre-bending nature driven forward by the intense bass that’s laced into the low-end Mar.Joe. combined forces and I can only be grateful they did.
production. As always I can rely on Gorgon City to deliver the goods, and this has certainly exceeded my expectations. I hope to hear
this track on heavy rotation over the next few months, as everyone should marvel in its infectiousness. Ashibah’s vocals glide like silk on the sparkling soundscape of ‘Feelike’. The crescendos and trumpets give it a moody, anthemic
feel, infectious with a light vibe you just feel like sharing. The drop is designed for dancing and explodes in a restrained but efficient
manner, making this track a floor-filler in its own right. It’s my time capsule to keep some summer in my pocket.

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